**Career Area:** Strategy **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a **Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt in Morton, IL.** The **Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)** is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). We’re **committed** to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – **innovating** to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Through it all, we are one team (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYIDne7Q5ek&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=39) – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=25) . **Job Summary:** + The Morton Distribution Center is hiring a **Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt** to lead projects to support operational processes to improve Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics. This position coaches and manages projects and teams related to process transformations using Lean, Six Sigma, and Project Management methodologies to achieve business goals. This position will run several projects across our value streams. **Additional Info** : + This role is in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation + This role is 1st shift + This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules + This role may need to flex their schedule across shifts when needed + This role may require up to 10% domestic travel **What You Will Do:** + Collaborate closely with Operations teams and supporting organizations to drive process improvement by diagnosing complex business problems and providing recommended changes to deliver positive results through LEAN implementations. + Manage multi-generational project plans, ensuring they are updated and revised regularly. + Use 6 Sigma and project management methodologies to execute LEAN process transformations. + Lead, coach, teach and develop others to use LEAN tools and methodologies to drive sustainable continuous improvement. + Plan and execute Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) and Kaizen events. **What You Have (Required Skills):** + **Influencing** : Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization. + **Process Improvement** : Understanding and insight into evaluating current process quality and operational processes and the ability to maintains focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products and services. + **Six Sigma Methodology** : Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve our logistics processes, and control the improvements by eliminating root causes. + **Project Management** : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of resources to achieve project objectives. **What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):** + Bachelor’s degree + Previous Supervisory Experience + Previous experience (2+years) supporting lean continuous improvement + Prior experience with Lean and 6 Sigma tools + Effective Communication skills + Ability to flex their schedule across shifts (if needed) + Strong Analytical thinking and Influencing skills **Summary Pay Range:** $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. **Benefits:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. **Posting Dates:** January 21, 2025 - February 4, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .